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Scottie Pippen believes the Next Stars pathway could be an option for his son, Justin.

28 Feb
NBL.com.au

NBA legend Scottie Pippen has backed the Next Stars pathway as a potential option for his son Justin, who is currently completing his final year of high school in the United States.

Pippen – a 6’3” shooting guard – has already received college offers from Texas, California, Sacramento State, Northern Arizona and Santa Barbara, but his NBA champion father says the “fast-track” nature of the Next Stars pathway could be an appealing option for his son.

“He is a very smart kid. It is going to be his decision whether he wants to experience college or come and play basketball at the next level in Australia,” Pippen told News Corp.

“The NBL allows you to be in the gym more than college and you are pushed into the basketball world, and it’s all about getting better. I think both get you there (to the NBA), but one is a fast-track, and the other one is at your pace.”

Read the full story here >> NBL Finals 2024: Scottie Pippen’s son considers joining Next Stars.

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